Vehicle System Synthesis Manager & Application for Module Projects

Stellantis; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellantis is seeking a Module Vehicle System Synthesis Manager (VSS) to own end-to-end functional and physical integration of assigned vehicle modules. You will lead design convergence, validation, and crossfunctional engineering activities across programs, acting as the technical integrator between product requirements, system teams, styling, safety, regulation, and manufacturing.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering, 10+ years in vehicle systems engineering, and a proven ability to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in vehicle systems engineering.
• Experience leading crossfunctional engineering teams is required.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle validation, V&V, and test execution.
• Experience with regulatory, safety, NCAP, diagnostics, and compliance topics.
• Ability to lead design convergence between styling, feasibility, and customer needs.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end functional and physical integration of assigned vehicle modules.
• Lead design convergence, and validation activities across all vehicle programs in scope.
• Act as the technical integrator between product requirements, system teams, styling, safety, regulation, and manufacturing.
• Define, maintain, and control the module technical scope and feature content.
• Coordinate and drive crossfunctional engineering teams to meet QCDP targets.
• Ensure timely delivery of design, integration, and validation milestones.
• Oversee digital and physical validation plans and execution across tech centers.
• Ensure regulatory, safety, diagnostics, and compliance conformity.
• Lead technical tradeoffs, arbitration, and escalations with CME/CVE.
• Report project status, risks, and KPIs to leadership.

Skills

Vehicle systems engineering

Crossfunctional leadership

System architecture

V&V planning & execution

Executive communication

Regulatory and safety knowledge

Tradeoff decision making

Budget & resource planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Job Description - Module Vehicle System Synthesis Manager (VSS)

• One voice for all VEHE activities on the project
• Own endtoend functional and physical integration of assigned vehicle modules.
• Lead design, convergence, and validation activities across all vehicle programs in scope.
• Act as the technical integrator between product requirements, system teams, styling, safety, regulation, and manufacturing.
• Define, maintain, and control the module technical scope and feature content.
• Coordinate and drive crossfunctional engineering teams to meet QCDP targets.
• Ensure timely delivery of design, integration, and validation milestones.
• Oversee digital and physical validation plans and execution across tech centers.
• Ensure regulatory, safety, diagnostics, and compliance conformity.
• Lead technical tradeoffs, arbitration, and escalations with CME/CVE.
• Report project status, risks, and KPIs to leadership.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience
• Strong background in vehicle systems engineering and system architecture
• Proven experience leading crossfunctional engineering teams
• Solid knowledge of vehicle validation, V&V, and test execution
• Deep understanding of regulatory, safety, NCAP, diagnostics, and compliance topics
• Experience managing design convergence between styling, feasibility, and customer needs
• Ability to perform technical arbitration and tradeoff decision making
• Strong program execution, prioritization, and milestone management skills
• Experience with resource and budget planning in engineering projects
• Comfortable working in a global, multisite development environment
• Clear, concise executivelevel communication and reporting skills

At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.